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Pomegranate Noir

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SMEL. Pomegranate Noir is an Eau de Parfum. Pomegranate Noir opens with Plum, Raspberry, and Pomegranate, settles into a heart of Pink Pepper, Clove, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. SMEL.'s Pomegranate Noir carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

SMEL.' Pomegranate Noir leans into Jo Malone London's tart pomegranate-raspberry opening with a similar smoky, spiced patchouli base, though it plays broader and less refined than the original's cologne-strength restraint.
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  • Seductive
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Confident
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Pomegranate Noir Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Pomegranate Noir by Jo Malone London
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

Dark fruit, spice and smoky woods read warm and rich, better suited to autumn and winter than summer heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date

The seductive, spiced fruit-patchouli profile leans toward evening and date wear over daytime office settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

SMEL.' Pomegranate Noir is a budget take on Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir, opening with juicy pomegranate, raspberry and plum before pink pepper, clove and frankincense add a spiced, smoky heart. The base settles into patchouli, cedarwood and guaiac wood for a dark, earthy finish that echoes the original's fruity-woody signature. Where Jo Malone's version is famed for its understated cologne concentration and refined blending, this dupe pushes the fruit and spice harder and reads more straightforward, trading nuance for immediate projection. It suits cooler months and evening wear where the dark fruit and smoky woods can carry the scent, offering an accessible entry point into the pomegranate-noir profile without the designer price tag.

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